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Welded Wheel Spindle - Right 538691201
- Manufactured by:
- Husqvarna
- ERP Number:
- ERP17016482
- Part Number:
- 538691201
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Product Description
?This genuine Craftsman right-side spindle assembly is designed to securely attach the front wheel to the front axle of your lawn tractor. Made from durable metal and sold pre-assembled, it offers a reliable and time-saving replacement solution. Installation Tip: You may need pliers, a socket set, and a screwdriver to complete the installation. For best results, consult your model’s diagram to confirm compatibility before purchase.
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Hello Willie, thank you for writing. The Right Side Tire Rod is part 596873701. If you need help placing an order, customer service is open 7 days a week. Please feel free to give us a call. We look forward to hearing from you.
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Hello Calvin, Thank you for contacting us. We have researched the model you have provided and have found the part you are looking for is Part Number: 596873601 for the Left Side and Part Number: 538691201 for the Right Side. All current prices are shown on the site. We hope this helps!
Hello Jesse, Thank you for contacting us. We have researched the model you have provided and have found the part you are looking for is Part Number: 596873701 for the Right Side Spindle and Part Number: 596873601 for the Left Side Spindle. We hope this helps, good luck with this repair!
Hi Manuel, Thank you for your question. There is both a left and right spindle listed for your riding mower. The part number listed under your model number for the left-hand spindle is 596873601. The part number listed for the right-hand spindle is 596873701. If you need help placing an order for them, customer service is open 7 days a week and anyone will be happy to assist you. Please feel free to give us a call. We look forward to hearing from you!
Hi Mary, Thank you for your question. If your lawn tractor loses steering when the front wheels get uneven, there are some parts that you will need to check to see which one is causing the issue. We recommend checking the bearings, the gears, the shafts, the spindles, the washers, the bushings and the linkages. We have included a link from our website that you may reference on how to check these parts, https://www.ereplacementparts.com/repair-center/lawn-equipment/lawn-tractor/won't-steer-correctly/. Once you have determined the part you need, please call customer service. We look forward to hearing from you!
Hello Robert, thank you for the question. Yes we have the Right-Side Spindle Assembly is part 596873701 and the Left -Side Spindle Assembly is part 596873601. If you need help placing an order, customer service is open 7 days a week. Please feel free to give us a call. We look forward to hearing from you.
Customer Repair Instructions
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Spindle arms had broken
KAREN from RICHMOND, Kentucky
- Difficulty Level:
- Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- 30 - 60 mins
- Tools:
- Pliers, Screw drivers, Socket set, Wrench set
The right hand spindle bent on my 46 inch Husqvarna riding mower
Patrick from Natchitoches, Louisiana
- Difficulty Level:
- Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- Less than 15 mins
- Tools:
- Pliers, Screw drivers, Socket set
- Parts Used:
- 538691201
Front Spindles had worn due to lack of grease
Mike from Billings, Montana
- Difficulty Level:
- A Bit Difficult
- Total Repair Time:
- 30 - 60 mins
- Tools:
- Pliers, Wrench set
Use open end wrenches to remove nut connecting steering arm to spindle.
Remove spring clip at top of old spindle (under grease cap)
Slid old spindle out-new one in.
Reverse all steps above to finish
Spot welds on inside of both front axles broke , letting the front tires to wander out of place and allowing grease to come out of wheel bearings
Dan from HAMILTON, Ohio
- Difficulty Level:
- A Bit Difficult
- Total Repair Time:
- 30 - 60 mins
- Tools:
- Pliers, Socket set
Toe out excessive on front wheels
David from Hillsboro, Ohio
- Difficulty Level:
- Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- 15 - 30 mins
- Tools:
- Pliers, Socket set
Remove the nut and washer from the drag link
Remove the cap, e-ring and washer from the axle
Slide out the spindle
Remember the thrust washer between the spindle and axle, and the washer between the spindle and wheel.
Reverse the order of disassembly
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bent drive shafts
Daniel from WARREN, Ohio
- Difficulty Level:
- A Bit Difficult
- Total Repair Time:
- 1- 2 hours
- Tools:
- Pliers, Screw drivers, Socket set, Wrench (Adjustable), Wrench set
Lawn tractor hit a fence post and bent the tire spindle knocking the tire alignment out of wack.
MAURICE from Orlando, Florida
- Difficulty Level:
- Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- 15 - 30 mins
- Tools:
- Pliers, Screw drivers, Socket set, Wrench set
- Parts Used:
- 538691201
2. Removed tire from defective spindle
3. Installed new spindle and added grease
4. Installed tire and added grease
5. Good to go
Lawn Tractor front-end was damaged.
Bernard from Kalamazoo, Michigan
- Difficulty Level:
- A Bit Difficult
- Total Repair Time:
- 1- 2 hours
- Tools:
- Screw drivers, Socket set, Wrench (Adjustable), Wrench set
Removed axle.
Replaced axle and installed new washers and new spindles.
Secured with new clips and reinstalled steering arms and tires.
Wheel spindle was bent (can\'t imagine how, daughter driving lawn tractor)
Patrick from Rising Sun, Maryland
- Difficulty Level:
- Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- 15 - 30 mins
- Tools:
- Pliers, Screw drivers, Wrench set
2. Removed C-clip and washers from axle, took tire off
3. Removed C-clip from kingpin, removed spindle
4. Reassembled in same order
Axles bent metal was too thin and weak would not steer straight after a lot of use
Bud from Port st Lucie, Florida
- Difficulty Level:
- A Bit Difficult
- Total Repair Time:
- 30 - 60 mins
- Tools:
- Pliers, Screw drivers, Socket set
2. Removed tires
3. Removed exhaust
4. Removed hood
5. Removed axle and bolt
6. Reinstall
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Model Cross Reference
Manufacturer Part Number: 538691201
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|---|---|---|
| Husqvarna | 1538 | Lawn Tractor - Ride Mower |
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